Assembly Quote by Cordell Hull
“Within a few weeks the organization for the maintenance of international peace and security, established by the San Francisco Charter, will be formally launched through the convocation of the first General Assembly of the United Nations.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations Charter Signing, San Francisco, 1945
The UN was created to maintain global peace and security, with its first General Assembly soon to convene.
In simple terms: UN founded for world peace; first assembly upcoming.
Key Takeaway
Support international cooperation.
Themes
peace
security
global governance
Mood
optimistic
formal
Type
historical
political
When to use this quote
- diplomacy
- policy making
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
international law
multilateralism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can nations ensure UN effectiveness?
- What challenges face early UN actions?
A Different Perspective
Effectiveness depends on member compliance.
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